Fireplace Blowers

Fireplace fans are one of the more inventive means of heating a home.  Well, certain rooms in a home at least.  A fireplace fan (also referred to as a fireplace blower) adds heat to your room by doing two things.  Firstly, it takes the hot air being generated by your fireplace, and it blows it into the rest of the room.  In addition to this, it acts as a magnet for unheated air, sucking it in and redistributing it as warmer air.

If you’re looking to save money on energy costs and increase the efficiency of your fireplace, then fireplace fans should do just that for you.  As long as you plan effectively before installing your fireplace insert, you’ll have a very functional unit that truly adds to the warmth and joy that a fireplace brings.

It’s always recommended that you install any fireplace fans while your fireplace is being put into place.  If this isn’t possible since your fireplace is an older unit, as many happen to be, don’t despair.  With a little work, you can easily set up a fireplace fan and have it working in no time.

Depending on the make of your fireplace, you may need a different type of blower.  There are wood fireplace fans (designer for wood burning fireplaces), gas fireplace fans, and even some that come with electric units.  Make sure that the model you have in mind is geared for your breed of fireplace.

Additionally, you’ll always want to make sure that you have an electrical outlet nearby.  Since fireplace fans are powered by electricity, they’ll need a wall outlet or an extension cord in order to function.

Depending on the size of the room you have in mind, you’ll also want to look at the power that each fireplace fan generates.  Some are designed for small rooms, and will naturally be lower in price.  Other fireplace fans are intended for large rooms, and will generally cost more money.  They do, however, pack a lot of power and they should be able to help you save some money on your heating bill due to the high prices of heating oil.

There are a number of different companies that make great fireplace blowing fans, and some of the bigger names include Heatilator and Mr. Flame (though they call theirs a radiator).

Expect to spend a few hundred dollars for any fireplace fans.  Generally speaking, any unit will tell you how much capacity the blower can handle, just like an air conditioner would.  Take these factors into consideration when buying, and know the measurements of your room in advance.

All in all, the process of buying a fireplace fan will be a pleasurable experience.  You’ll save money on energy costs and you’ll have a warmer room that allows you to spend more time at the fireplace.  Few things are more enjoyable than that.